When it comes to helping your troubled teen, it is vital that you research all the available options. Depending on a combination of factors, teens will respond better to some types of treatment than others. You may need to try a few different options before you find the right one for your teen. But to […]

When you decide that your teenage son need help from a residential treatment center, you should not have to choose between top-notch therapy and his academics. Liahona Academy prides itself on being able to give your troubled son the help he needs in all aspects of his life. Liahona Academy Is An Accredited School While […]

While it can seem counterintuitive on the outside, placing your troubled teen in a therapeutic boarding school can actually improve your family’s relationships. It can be initially difficult when your teen is first placed, but over time, your family can come back together as a stronger unit. Removes Pressure Of Dealing Daily With Your Teen’s […]

Making sure your troubled teen receives the help they need at a residential treatment center can be financially difficult. Below are some ways you can possibly defray the costs of the therapeutic treatment your teenager needs. Contact Your Health Insurance Provider Some health insurance plans have coverage for mental health needs. Be sure to contact […]

Your nerves are shot. You are angry. You feel helpless and hopeless. The situation just doesn’t seem to get any better, no matter how many programs you try, therapists you speak to, school meetings you participate in, or even court mandated actions you take part in. Sound familiar? If you are the parent of a […]

There has been a lot of talk lately about boot camps. The idea seems to be that teenagers, especially those with behavioral problems, need to have everything brute forced and stomped out of them. Boot camps offer that through hard work, stringent rules and a lot of screaming by a drill sergeant. Here is the […]

You are at the end of your rope. Your teen have been acting out for months, maybe even years. It has been a constant struggle to manage their behavior and it only seems to be getting worst. No therapist has been able to stop the violent lashing out. No punishments have stopped the criminal behavior. […]

When you are dealing with a troubled teen you can feel overwhelmed at the prospect of the future. How can you be expected to plan for what is to come when the current situation is so volatile and uncertain? If you are feeling that way, just imagine how your child is feeling. Whatever the reason […]

Considering a troubled teen boot camp for your child? You may want to reconsider. It could do more harm than good. According to Lilienfeld et al, “Controlled studies show that boot camp and “Scared Straight” interventions are ineffective, and even potentially harmful for delinquents.” Parents often send their teens to a boot camp when they […]